Union Pacific Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Union pacific Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 29.167 N,108 40.75 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.486117
  • Longitude: 108.679167
Water Depth 3 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UNION PACIFIC
Type carrier
Flag PA
Length 68.6 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 4
Tonnage 1062
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 23, 1971
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 1971
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.11.71 5.11.71 ASHORE IN CHULAI HARBOUR, S VIETNAM. (LL 206). NCA. 15.11.71 15.11.71 IN POSN 152910N, 1084045E. (1.7 KM FROM CHULIA WHARF). (LL 206). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 6, 2006

Circumstances of loss

RAN AGROUND IN CHULAI HARBOUR. OWNED BY UNION SHIPPING CORP. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the UNION PACIFIC wreck located?

The UNION PACIFIC wreck is located at coordinates 15 29.167 N,108 40.75 E.

How deep is the seabed around the UNION PACIFIC?

The seabed around the UNION PACIFIC lies at approximately 3 meters deep.

When did the UNION PACIFIC sink?

The UNION PACIFIC sank on Oct 23, 1971.

When was the wreck of the UNION PACIFIC discovered?

The wreck of the UNION PACIFIC was discovered in 1971.

What country did the UNION PACIFIC belong to?

The UNION PACIFIC belonged to PA.

What cargo was the UNION PACIFIC carrying?

The UNION PACIFIC was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the UNION PACIFIC?

The UNION PACIFIC had a tonnage of 1062 tons.

What type of wreck is the UNION PACIFIC?

The UNION PACIFIC is classified as a carrier.

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